Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industries ( ZPMC ) celebrated the successful delivery of two advanced floating cranes, the Erhang Zhuoyue and the Sanhang Xiang’an , during a ceremony at its Qidong Marine Engineering facility.
Innovation in ZPMC floating cranes
The Erhang Zhuoyue has been rated as the floating crane with the largest lifting capacity in China. With a length of 165 meters and a maximum lifting weight of 5,500 tons, this crane is designed to perform highly complex work in bridge construction and the offshore wind energy sector.
In addition, it integrates a lifting height of up to 120 meters, allowing it to handle non-navigable bridge sections of up to 130 meters. The vessel is equipped with advanced operation and maintenance systems, as well as sustainable technologies, such as efficient energy management and solar energy storage , ensuring environmentally friendly operations.
Meanwhile, the Sanhang Xiang’an , with a lifting capacity of 5,000 tons, is the largest luffing derrick crane in China. This vessel is equipped with a dual positioning system, integrating both DP1 dynamic positioning and mooring system, ensuring autonomous navigation and stable positioning in challenging sea conditions.
This floating crane is ideal for large-scale projects such as the installation of steel structures and offshore oil modules, in addition to its role in the construction of wind energy facilities. With a lifting height of 133 metres, the crane is optimised for the development of sustainable offshore energy infrastructure, and its innovative design allows it to operate in the most demanding environments.
The company reaffirms its commitment to technological innovation and sustainability in shipbuilding. With the delivery of these two floating cranes, Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industries seeks to enhance its capabilities in large-scale maritime projects and contribute to the advancement of the global marine economy. These vessels, designed to meet the highest environmental standards, represent a step forward in the transition towards a greener and more efficient shipbuilding industry.
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Source : Baird Maritime
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